Abigail Tarka
4 Royston Street, Darlinghurst
Summary
Hospitality professional with extensive experience in casual fine dining and event service. Known for effective communication and a calm demeanor under pressure, ensuring guest satisfaction. Proven ability to support smooth operations in busy environments through strong multitasking and teamwork.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender/Server
The Deck at Don Hall's Gas House
Fort Wayne
04.2022 - 04.2026
- Executed daytime bartending and section serving at outdoor cafe, demonstrating strong multi-tasking skills to enhance customer service.
- Oversaw inventory management, balanced cash flow, and distributed earnings to employees, ensuring accurate financial operations.
- Mentored younger employees in skill development.
Bartender/Server
Paula's on Main
Fort Wayne
01.2019 - 04.2026
- Executed section serving, bartending, and catering for casual fine dining and private events.
- Collaborated with bar team to develop innovative cocktail menus and recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area and workstations.
Bartender
Rack & Helen's Social House/Coyote Creek Golf Course
Fort Wayne
07.2018 - 09.2019
- Provided customer service at a private golf course and club by assisting members and guests with inquiries and needs.
- Executed event coordination and bartending duties.
- Handled daily solo opening and closing, security system codes, customer accounts, and balanced total daily transactions.
Administrative Assistant/Property Management Assistant
CBRE-Sturges
Fort Wayne
08.2016 - 07.2018
- Supported property managers and brokers by addressing maintenance calls and ensuring tenant satisfaction.
- Managed and prioritized incoming calls, utilizing real estate systems and databases to enhance communication efficiency.
- Familiar with location analytics and mapping, property tax information analysis, and Microsoft office applications.
- Designed brochures for featured properties using graphic design software.
Intern
Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Community Center
Fort Wayne
08.2016 - 01.2017
- Supported event planning, recruited volunteers, conducted data entry, scheduled classes, and provided instruction.
Shift Leader
Dunkin Donuts
Fort Wayne
04.2011 - 01.2017
- Trained new employees, created monthly shift schedules, independently provided supervision of employees and daily functions.
- Cashier and shift management tasks, cash and customer management, food preparation and hospitality.
- Handled complaints, entrusted with daily deposits and sensitive information such as safe combinations and company e-mail accounts.
Receptionist
Cali Spa
Fort Wayne
03.2015 - 11.2015
- Assisted customers with inquiries, managed service sales, scheduled appointments, and coordinated daily business operations, including online communications and shipment of orders.
Barista
Starbucks
Fort Wayne
06.2013 - 11.2013
- Prepared food and beverages, engaged customers, and handled cash transactions in fast-paced cafe.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Policy
Indiana University Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, IN, USA01-2017
Skills
- Effective communication
- Customer service training
- Positive customer engagement
- Upbeat attitude
- Multitasking efficiency
- Event coordination
- Craft cocktail knowledge
- Detail-oriented
- Front desk operations
Professional References
- Karen Ewing, Manager, Paula's on Main, +1 (260) 402-5868, karen.ewing@pearlfw.com
- Joe Sirk, Managing Partner, Paula's on Main, +1 (260) 424-2300, joesirk@gmail.com
- Joe Bailey, General Manager, The Deck at Don Hall's Gas House, +1 (260) 450-8667, deckmail@gmail.com
Visa & Availability
- Work Holiday Visa (subclass 417)
- Immediate and Flexible availability including weekends and holiday
- Current NSW Responsible Service of Alcohol certification
Certification
- NSW Responsible Service of Alcohol Certificate
Timeline
Bartender/Server
The Deck at Don Hall's Gas House
04.2022 - 04.2026
Bartender/Server
Paula's on Main
01.2019 - 04.2026
Bartender
Rack & Helen's Social House/Coyote Creek Golf Course
07.2018 - 09.2019
Administrative Assistant/Property Management Assistant
CBRE-Sturges
08.2016 - 07.2018
Intern
Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Community Center
08.2016 - 01.2017
Receptionist
Cali Spa
03.2015 - 11.2015
Barista
Starbucks
06.2013 - 11.2013
Shift Leader
Dunkin Donuts
04.2011 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Policy
Indiana University Fort Wayne